Senior Living Choices November.December 2022 Issue

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What is a Senior Placement Agency?

A senior placement agency provides placement services specifically tailored to meet the needs of seniors in need of an appropriate residence.

The agency may work directly with seniors together with the senior's family, evaluating their specific situation to determine a community or facility that is the best fit.

The senior placement professional can accompany you on tours, making sure your questions are answered and that the community is the right fit for your needs.

Aging Well & Living Well

Aging well and living well means having a good diet and getting regular exercise, both of which can be major factors in preventing and minimizing a variety of chronic conditions. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, diabetes and osteoporosis. Everyone, regardless of their age and ability, can obtain health benefits from physical activity.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), recommends that older adults get 30 minutes a day of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (brisk walking) at least five days a week and muscle strengthening activities at least twice a week.

People who are capable of more vigorous aerobic activity (running or jogging) need about 75 minutes a week. They also should engage in muscle strengthening activities that work all major muscle groups twice a week.

Experts advise that the activity does not have to be done all

at one time. If it works better to take two, 15-minute walks than one 30-minute walk, by all means do so. Just keep the goal in mind.

Benefits

Despite available information and research on the positive aspects of adopting healthy lifestyles, the CDC reports that 60 percent of older adults are inactive.

Those who regularly engage in exercise may enjoy the following benefits:

• Reduced risk of developing chronic diseases.

• Improved cardiovascular system.

• Reduced stress.

• Increased weight loss or maintains desired weight.

• Improved energy levels.

• Improved with sleep patterns.

• Improved overall sense of well-being.

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care allows persons to remain in their own homes, proud and independent

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Things to Know

HEALTH

Alzheimer’s Assoc www.alz.org 800-272-3900 Help Line

American Cancer www.cancer.org 512-928-1144 Austin 210-614-4211 San Antonio

American Diabetes www.diabetes.org 800-252-8233

American Heart www.americanheart.org 512-433-4000 Austin 210-614-4121 San Antonio

American Red Cross www.redcross.org 512-928-4271 Austin 210-224-5151 San Antonio 830-257-4677 Kerrville

Arthritis Foundation www.arthritis.org 800-442-6683

Easter Seals www.easterseals.org 800-221-6827

National Parkinson Foundation www.parkinson.org 800-327-4545

FEDERAL & STATE AGENCIES

Area Agency on Aging 512-438-6208 Austin 210-477-3275 San Antonio 254-770-2330 Central Texas

Department of Veteran Affairs Veterans Benefits Administration www.va.gov 800-827-1000 Austin 210-617-5300 San Antonio

Helping the Aging, Needy & Disabled www.handcentraltx.org 512-477-3796

Meals on Wheels 512-476-6325 Austin 210-735-5115 San Antonio

Medicare Health Information Counseling & Advocacy Program 1-800-252-9240

Medicare and Medicaid Services www.cms.hhs.gov 800-633-4227

Medicare Prescription Coverage www.medicare.gov 800-772-1213 Nutrition Assistance Programs www.fns.usda.gov

Social Security Administration www.ssa.gov 1-800-772-1213 TTY 1-800-325-0778

Texas Department of the Aging and Disability Services www.dads.state.tx.us 1-888-902-9990

Texas State Securities Board (We regulate stockbrokers, investment advisors, and investments sold to Texans) www.ssb.state.tx.us www.TexasInvestorEd.org 512-305-8300 866-663-0009

CONSUMER INFORMATION

Adult Protective Services 800-252-5400 Bexar County Dispute Resolution Center 210-335-2128 www.bexar.org/drc

Commission on Legal Problems of the Elderly American Bar Assoc www.abanet.org/aging

Low Vision Resource Center & Owl Radio www.lowvisionclub.com 210-829-4223 Talking Book Program 800-252-9605 www.tsl.state.tx.us

Texas and New Mexico Hospice Organization 512-454-1247 www.txnmhospice.org

Housing & Services Descriptions

Look for these color-coded housing types on the pages of this magazine …

ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIES 55+ either age targeted or age restricted offer home ownership for adults 55+. These communities are maintenance free and offer a monthly association fee. Many of these communities are single family homes, cottages, patio homes, condominiums and townhomes.

SENIOR APARTMENTS offer all the amenities of regular apartment communities but have a minimum age requirement, in some communities it is 55 years of age, in others it is 62. Many of these apartments offer reduced rent for those that qualify, they are identified as “affordable” apartment communities.

INDEPENDENT LIVING WITH SERVICE COMMUNITIES offer older adult congre gate housing that is generally replete with many amenities and social activities and services. Most communities offer restaurant-style meals, frequent events and country club style furnishings.

PERSONAL CARE HOMES this is a home in a residential care setting equipped to give adequate care to three residents. Personal care services may be delivered, i.e. assistance with bathing, moving, feeding, general oversight of the physical and mental well-being of a person who needs as sistance.

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES offer help with all aspects of daily activities (bathing, grooming and dressing assistance, perhaps) in atmosphere of semi-private living units. There is a wide range of services and amenities offered in this category. Provide many activities, excellent meals and beautiful appointments. All are currently licensed by the state as assisted living communities.

ALZHEIMER’S MEMORY CARE COMMUNITIES can be a special unit of a free-stand ing community designed to sensitively care for those with Alzheimer’s or memory-related disorders.

SKILLED NURSING / PHYSICAL REHABILITATION COMMUNITIES Offer hospital-like attention in an institutional atmosphere. These facilities offer 24-hour supervision. The amount of additional services, upkeep, food, and the structure of facilities can vary from nursing home to nursing home. They also may specialize in short term or acute nursing care, intermediate care or long term skilled nursing care.

HOSPICE CARE care may be provided in the home or a senior care facility. Services can include pain management and a variety of emotional, spiritual and physical support issues.

HOME HEALTH CARE agencies offer skilled nursing services, wound care, distribution of medication, physical and rehabilitation therapies.

PERSONAL CARE SERVICES providers of licensed health care services in the home and communities offer non-medical assistance with such tasks as bathing, dressing, meal preparation and transportation.

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What is affordable housing?

Low Income Housing Tax Credit program is managed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Through the program, owners of multi-family homes designate as tax credit properties, to low-income residents for a reduced rent. Senior apartments that advertise the word ‘affordable’ are generally tax credit apartment communities. You will also often see the

“Income Limit Restrictions

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community has different income requirements so it's important to ask when contacting them.

communities have many of the same amenities as the 55 & 62+ communities, some are resort style pool, movie theatre, library, exercise room, social activities.

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Amberlin

ArborView at Circle C Ranch

Ashford Wellington

Augusta at Gruene, The

Bel Air at Terra Vista by Cantex

Cedar Ranch at Westover Hills

Coronado at Stone Oak by Cantex

Eden Hill

Elan Westpointe

Franklin Park

Alamo

Franklin Park Boerne

Franklin Park

Sonterra

Franklin Park TPC Parkway

The Huntington

Jovie Pflugerville

Landon Ridge Alamo Ranch

La Vista Apts

Sage Senior Living

Sorrento by Cantex

TruCare of Selma

Villa de San Antonio

Village at Collinwood

The Village at Incarnate Word

Windemere at Westover Hills by Cantex

to Ask Your Doctor About Exercise

Are you considering adding exercise to your daily routine or signi cantly increasing your level of activity? Talk to your doctor about the exercises and physical activities that are best for you. During your appointment, you can ask:

1. Are there any exercises or activities

I should avoid? Your doctor can make recommendations based on your health history, keeping in mind any recent surgeries or ongoing health conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease. This would be a great time to check with your doctor about any unexplained symptoms you’ve been experiencing, such as chest pain or pressure, joint pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath. Your doctor may recommend postponing exercise until the problem is diagnosed and treated.

2. Is my preventive care up to date? Your doctor can tell you if there are any tests you might need. For example, women over age 65 should be checked regularly for osteoporosis.

3. How does my health condition a ect my ability to exercise? Some health conditions can a ect your exercise routine. For example, people with arthritis may need to avoid some types of activity, especially when joints are swollen or in amed. Those with diabetes may need to adjust their daily schedule, meal plan, or medications when planning their activities. Your doctor can talk to you about any adjustments you need to make to ensure that you get the most out of your new exercise routine.

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/how-older-adults-can-get-started-exercise

Caregiver Training Course

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can live on their own during the early stages of the disease, especially if a family member or paid caregiver provides regular, in-home support. But there may come a time when your loved one

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is an Ombudsman?

An ombudsman advocates for quality of life and care for people living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

An Ombudsman can help ensure residents get the care they want and are treated with the dignity they deserve. Ombudsmen support and promote the health, safety and rights of residents.

To be an ombudsman, a person completes state-approved training and is certified by the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman.

United States under federal and state laws.

These include the right to:

Privacy

Confidentiality of records.

Vote

Know about services and costs.

Control personal finances.

Participate in planning care and treatment.

Refuse treatment.

Be free from chemical and physical restraints.

Be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation.

Complain without fear of retaliation.

Communicate freely with anyone.

Rights related in admission, transfer and discharge including the right to appeal a discharge.

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For Getting Good Care

Residents and families can:

Visits residents.

Offers ideas and options.

Help resolve concerns that affect the residents.

Supports residents and family councils.

Respect resident choices and independence.

Promotes resident-directed care.

Protects resident rights.

Informs government agencies and the public about the interests and needs of the residents.

Advocates for resident-focused laws and regulations.

Helps residents when a facility plans to discharge them.

Rights of Residents

A person living in a nursing home or assisted living facility has the same rights as any other resident of Texas and the

Get to know staff-their names and duties.

Educate staff about the resident’s likes and dislikes, daily routines and interests.

Attend care plan or service plan meetings.

Talk to staff about concerns.

Keep a log of concerns and actions taken.

Join or organize a resident or family council.

Seek help from the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program.

Ombudsman services are confidential and free.

For help, contact a long-term care ombudsman: 800-252-2412

Area Agency on Aging of Bexar County 210-362-5236

Apps.hhs.texas.gov/news_info/ombudsman

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Hospice care: Comforting the terminally ill

By Mayo Clinic Sta

If you or a relative has a terminal illness and you've exhausted all treatment options, you might consider hospice care. Find out how hospice care works and how it can provide comfort and support.

What is hospice care?

Hospice care is for people who are nearing the end of life. e services are provided by a team of health care professionals who maximize comfort for a person who is terminally ill by reducing pain and addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs. To help families, hospice care also provides counseling, respite care and practical support.

Unlike other medical care, the focus of hospice care isn't to cure the underlying disease. e goal is to support the highest quality of life possible for whatever time remains.

Who can bene t from hospice care?

Hospice care is for a terminally ill person who's expected to have six months or less to live. But hospice care can be provided for as long as the person's doctor and hospice care team certify that the condition remains life-limiting.

Many people who receive hospice care have cancer, while others have heart disease, dementia, kidney failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Enrolling in hospice care early helps you live better and live longer. Hospice care decreases the burden on family, decreases the family's likelihood of having a complicated grief and prepares family members for their loved one's death. Hospice also allows a patient to be cared for at a facility for a period of time, not because the patient needs it, but because the family caregiver needs a break. is is known as respite care.